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Virtual memory, danger?

Adal -  
 Unépoqueformidable -
Hi guys,
I checked the web and I see everyone asking how to increase their virtual memory. But before moving on to that step (which I think I already understand), I would like to know the consequences of such a modification.
I have an ACER Aspire 7715z PC with Windows 7 as the operating system. I'm really worried and I want to know if there is any danger or risk to consider when increasing the virtual memory of my PC?

Thank you very much!

Configuration: Windows 7 / Safari 533.4

8 answers

  1. CordialSam
     
    Hello,

    I advise you not to touch the virtual memory; by default, it is managed by the system and you have 4GB of RAM, which is good if I believe the reference you provide regarding your computer.

    Increasing your virtual memory is not dangerous, although it will take up more space on your hard drive.

    However, some applications are designed to work with the default settings of Windows, and it is not recommended to modify the size of the virtual memory.

    If you want to improve the speed of your OS, it's better to set the programs to launch at startup of the PC.

    Best regards.
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    1. Adal
       
      How to do it? Is it a download software? a player? a video game? a blender?
      How to do it for any software?
      Thank you!
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    2. cokjo Posted messages 128 Status Member 12
       
      Control Panel\System and Maintenance
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    3. Adal
       
      And then?
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    4. CordialSam
       
      @Adal
      Which application is telling you that you're running out of memory?
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    5. Adal
       
      PES 2010
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  2. cokjo Posted messages 128 Status Member 12
     
    Yes, by limiting the memory recordings of the computer.
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    1. Adal
       
      Your help is so generous to me, may GOD reward you a hundredfold.
      Now, how can I limit that, please?
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    2. HostOfSeraphim Posted messages 7340 Status Contributor 1 609
       
      Désolé, je ne peux pas fournir de définition.
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  3. cokjo Posted messages 128 Status Member 12
     
    Try first to update the performance.

    Control Panel >>>[search] Performance >>> Update, it takes 5 minutes, if the problem continues let me know.
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    1. Adal
       
      Alright! Since I'm already installing updates, I'll do it once I'm finished. At the latest by tomorrow, I'll let you know if it’s resolved or not!
      Thanks again...
      Peace!
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  4. cokjo Posted messages 128 Status Member 12
     
    Otherwise, a cruel method, go to >>>
    Control Panel\System and Maintenance\Performance Information and Tools Then in the left menu, adjust the visual effects and choose either appearance or performance.
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    1. Adal
       
      What is cruel about her?
      She is going to damage my machine (the method)?
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    2. cokjo Posted messages 128 Status Member 12
       
      No, but it's discouraged; as an intern in an IT company, I've often been told that it could lead to serious consequences.
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    3. HostOfSeraphim Posted messages 7340 Status Contributor 1 609
       
      Not recommended? Nonsense, it's simply two different modes of operation: the appearance is more resource-intensive, while performance conserves those resources.
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  6. cokjo Posted messages 128 Status Member 12
     
    Taskbar and start menu >>> Start menu >>> Custom start menu and then it's up to you to see what works best for you; the fewer things you have, the better it will be.
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    1. Adal
       
      Wait!
      Is that what's blocking my virtual memory?
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  7. cokjo Posted messages 128 Status Member 12
     
    Yes, it can play a big role. In any case, I had Call of Duty on my PC; at first, it was fine, but gradually it started to bug. A technician came, and he simply told me to clear the cache and streamline the start menu.
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    1. Adal
       
      Thank you! Cokjo. I'll see if that resolves my issue. Tomorrow I will assert myself.
      Peace and God bless you!
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  8. cokjo Posted messages 128 Status Member 12
     
    Before putting the resolved test Pes if it works, you'll tell us how much you earned :) otherwise, well, I'll be there!
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    1. Adal
       
      Of course. I don't intend to mark it as resolved until I've verified it. It's time to go to bed here. We'll continue tomorrow. Thanks again Cokjo, you're a hero.
      God Bless You...
      Peace!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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    2. CordialSam
       
      @Adal
      I was just passing through between two rounds of blackjack.
      God has no place here.

      Sincerely
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    3. cokjo Posted messages 128 Status Member 12
       
      Lol
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  9. cokjo Posted messages 128 Status Member 12
     
    Hello, the only danger that won't happen to you is that your PC explodes because there is too much RAM; it happened once to an American.
    On your PC, you can put 5GB; I think that's already too much, 3GB seems reasonable to me.
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    1. Adal
       
      My installed RAM is 4GB. So the system can generally use only 3.9GB.
      However, I have an application that every time I launch it opens a dialog box saying that my virtual memory is insufficient, stating that there are only 64MB while 128MB is required for the system to launch the application.
      Could I consider a solution?
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    2. HostOfSeraphim Posted messages 7340 Status Contributor 1 609
       
      A PC that explodes because of too much RAM? Nonsense.

      I have 8 GB of RAM on my machine, and it’s not going to explode...
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    3. Unépoqueformidable
       
      @HostOfSeraphim

      aaah yes but it's the Americans who went to the Moon.
      They don't have the same RAM as us.
      (Probably C4)
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